Victoria Gardens Cultural Center

Have you experienced negative economic impacts due to COVID-19? The City of Rancho Cucamonga is pleased to offer additional rental assistance through the RC Cares COVID-19 Community Relief Program for Rancho Cucamonga residents.

Need some halloween costume inspiration? Consider these mischief-makers we love to hate! Wicked Witch of the West (RCCT's "The Wizard of Oz", 2012), Captain Hook (RCCT's "Peter Pan: The Musical", 2015), Veruca Salt (RCCT's "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory", 2014) #LewisFamilyPlayhouse #VictoriaGardensCulturalCenter #VGCC #RanchoCucamongaCommunityTheatre #RCCT #Theatre #Villian #Halloween #InlandEmpireEntertainment #Stage #Acting #Costumes Photography: Lewis Family Playhouse Featuring: Quida Howe as The Wicked Witch of the West, R.C. Sands as Captain Hook, Elise Burt as Veruca Salt

Special resource for the community! Virtual Senior Health & Wellness Fair October 19-November 13, 2020. Please check out City of Rancho Cucamonga - Senior Center for more info.

#FindTheArts: Carnegie Hall - Music has the undeniable power to comfort, uplift, connect, and inspire. In response to this unprecedented time, we invite you to explore 'Live with Carnegie Hall'. Tune in for unforgettable episodes that feature some of the world’s finest artists as they share behind-the-scenes stories, excerpts from past performances, and live musical moments. Free live streams and archived episodes can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/carnegiehall

#FindTheArts: The GRAMMY Museum offers a range of educational resources and exclusive entertainment opportunities. From interviews with Grammy-winning artists to informative videos on piano techniques, there's plenty to explore at 'Museum at Home'! Visit https://grammymuseum.org/museum-at-home/

"For all you know, a witch may be living next door to you right now." Roald Dahl, "The Witches" --- MainStreet Theatre Company's production of Roald Dahl’s The Witches at the Lewis Family Playhouse (October 14-29, 2017) Featured: Gigi Bermingham and Quinn Armstrong Photography: Ed Krieger... Did you know? The film version is getting a remake: https://www.youtube.com/watch

#FindTheArts: Laguna Playhouse - Don't miss this live stream event! Sunday, October 11 at 4pm -- It's time to Get Happy! In an Emmy Award-nominated performance, Angela Ingersoll celebrates Judy Garland with virtuosic vocals, passionate storytelling, and naturally winning humor. As seen on PBS, her two hour concert features a powerful six-piece orchestra and classic songs. The event, produced by Chicago-based company Artists Lounge Live, features a talkback with online audience members immediately following the performance. Head to https://bit.ly/3cbLlwf to get tickets and learn more!

#FamilyFun event coming up this month in #RanchoCucamonga! City of Rancho Cucamonga - Community Services Department is hosting The Great Pumpkin Carving Contest on Saturday, October 24th outdoor at the RC Sports Center (8303 Rochester Ave.) from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm. Families are invited to join the competition for just $30 per group (6 max.). Each group will be given a space next to their vehicle in order to ensure each group is physically distanced from those not in their party.

#FIndTheArts: "Symphonie Fantastique" -- Through Oct. 10. The concert by the Pacific Symphony features the revolutionary work of Berlioz, which was inspired by his love of a Shakespearean actress and transformed the sound of the symphony orchestra in 1830. The Pacific Symphony’s senior vice-president of artistic planning opens the program with an interview with principal bassoonist Rose Corrigan. Enjoy this FREE performance by visiting https://www.pacificsymphony.org//conc/virtual-fantastique/

#FindTheArts -- Help support local theatre! This month Ophelia's Jump Productions presents 'Word Play Festival' which seeks to engage the community through creative writing and storytelling that reflects the interesting times we live in. Twelve plays by regional playwrights will be chosen to be staged and performed live on Zoom on October 8-11. Visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=115564 to learn more!

#VoteReady - Mail Ballot Drop-Off locations and a full list of Polling Places can also be found at https://www.cityofrc.us/news/voting-information

UPDATE: Victoria Gardens Cultural Center is excited to announce a virtual concert experience happening next month! "GO NOW! The Music of The Moody Blues- The Tribute" LIVE from The Harlequin Theatre Saturday, October 17 at 12:00 p.m. | Tickets: $15.00... Performed, broadcast and streamed LIVE from the United Kingdom. With multiple cameras using state of the art technology. AND this evening will also include some very special guests! Enjoy an exciting concert experience in ‘real time’ in the comfort of your own home. You will receive a unique auto log-in link approximately one week before the event, from our streaming company TrickBoxTV Just click and play One third of all profits from your ticket purchase will go directly to the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center. To purchase tickets, please visit https://www.vgculturalcenter.com/events/view.php

#FindTheArts - Monterey Jazz Festival September 25-27, 2020--> This incredible lineup features exclusive new and previously unreleased archival performances! The Virtual Festival will be streamed online each day from 5-7 pm Pacific Time on the Monterey Jazz Festival’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/MontereyJazzFestival